Charguwan - Tendukheda, Narsimhapur
Charguwan is a village situated in the Tendukheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tendukheda and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Charguwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charguwan is 491436. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 487661 pincode. Tendukheda is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Charguwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charguwan
As per Census 2011, Charguwan village has a total population of 642 people, consisting of 339 males and 303 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charguwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 642 | 339 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 221 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 118 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Charguwan
Charguwan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagannathpur | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Awanriya | East | 1.11 km |
| Bira | South | 1.97 km |
| Amthanu | East | 2.71 km |
| Chauki | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Katangi | South | 3.26 km |
| Bilhara | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Rehli[gada] | East | 3.79 km |
| Parras | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Chapeloo | South-East | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charguwan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Charguwan. The nearest railway station is Kareli, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tendukheda to Charguwan is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Charguwan is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charguwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charguwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charguwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charguwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charguwan
Where is Charguwan located?
Charguwan village is located in Tendukheda Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charguwan?
Charguwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charguwan?
The pincode of Charguwan is 487661.
What is the population of Charguwan?
Charguwan has a total population of 642, including 339 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Charguwan?
There are 161 households in Charguwan.
What is the literacy rate in Charguwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charguwan is 61.06%. Male literacy is 65.19% and female literacy is 56.44%.